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Read Classic Literature in English
Learn English by reading the books worth reading. Every book is the complete text, labelled A2 to C2 — tap any word for an instant translation, hear natural audio narration, and save the vocabulary you meet as you go. Pick your level and start with a free sample.
Level B2MysteryThe Riddle of the Mysterious LightAs a haunted village ignites rumors of suicides, murders, and ghostly prophecies, Scotland Yard’s Superintendent and his elusive ally Hamilton Cleek face their most baffling myster…
Level B2MysteryThe Riddle of the Frozen FlameA string of baffling bank robberies steals only gold, leaving no clues and confounding Scotland Yard.
Level B2MysteryThe Riddle and the Ring; or, Won by NerveA man haunted by mysterious pursuers finds himself approached by a curious stranger offering an irresistible sum to solve a baffling riddle involving an emerald ring.
Level B2MysteryThe Revealing PatternA determined professor challenges the chilling superstition surrounding the Reamer mansion, insisting that the tragic fates linked to the house stem from the lives of its occupants…
Level B2MysteryThe Return of ClubfootA secret agent on holiday in Central America uncovers a dying man's clue to hidden treasure, only to find his old nemesis already on the trail.
Level B2MysteryThe Red WindowTwo old friends, now soldiers under assumed names, reunite in London’s Hyde Park amidst the shadows of war and fading youth, plotting their uncertain futures and hidden pasts.
Level B2MysteryThe Red Widow; or, The Death-Dealers of LondonA young woman suspects sinister secrets lurking in her aunt’s employer’s London home and enlists a trusted friend to uncover the truth behind the mysterious happenings at Bridge Pl…
Level B2MysteryThe Red House on Rowan StreetA reluctant messenger arrives in a rugged frontier town to persuade a mysterious woman to reconsider a broken engagement, only to uncover simmering tensions, local secrets, and une…
Level B2MysteryThe Rayner-Slade AmalgamationA midnight telegram summons a determined manufacturer to Hull for urgent business, but a chance encounter with a mysterious woman bound for Scotland hints at secrets unfolding on a…
Level B2MysteryThe Rambler Club's motor carFour adventurous boys set off on a thrilling motor car journey from Chicago to Wisconsin, encountering unexpected events and lively characters along the way.
Level B2MysteryThe Rambler Club's house-boatA group of adventurous boys embark on an exciting journey aboard the house-boat "Gray Gull" along the historic Hudson River, where unexpected friendships and mysteries unfold, chal…
Level B2MysteryThe Rambler Club's Winter CampA group of adventurous boys seize an unexpected winter break to embark on a snowy camping trip, only to encounter a sequence of strange incidents that challenge their courage and c…
Level B2MysteryThe Rambler Club on the Texas borderA group of adventurous boys from Wisconsin join forces with the Texas Rangers, crossing into turbulent Mexico where mysterious encounters lead them into thrilling borderland myster…
Level B2MysteryThe Rambler Club AfloatFive adventurous boys form a hunting and fishing club, ready to embrace summer fun—but unexpected challenges and a rival group turn their plans into a thrilling mystery filled with…
Level B2MysteryThe Radio Girls at Forest Lodge; or, The Strange Hut in the SwampWhen Aunt Emma invites the Radio Girls to Forest Lodge, a remote hunting cabin surrounded by mysterious woods, they eagerly accept—only to find the adventure involves secret radios…
Level B2MysteryThe Radio Detectives in the JungleAfter a devastating hurricane, a damaged destroyer sets sail in the West Indies, carrying a determined group tracking a cunning criminal mastermind linked to smuggling and sabotage…
Level B2MysteryThe Radio Detectives Under the SeaTwo boys on a tropical voyage stumble upon a groundbreaking invention: a radio telephone that works underwater.
Level B2MysteryThe Putnam Hall Champions; or, Bound to Win OutAt Putnam Hall, a group of spirited cadets balance rigorous academics with thrilling sports competitions, including a high-stakes sailboat race against rivals from Pornell Academy.
Level B2MysteryThe Putnam Hall Cadets; or, Good Times in School and OutAt Putnam Hall, a lively boarding school by a lake, spirited cadets navigate friendships, rivalries, and a mysterious prank that challenges their camaraderie and leadership during…
Level B2MysteryThe Professor's MysteryA delayed train strands a professor at the station, where a chance encounter with a mysterious woman sparks unexpected intrigue and nostalgia.
Level B2MysteryThe Poisoned PenA brilliant actress lies poisoned in the quiet town of Danbridge, sparking whispers of conspiracy and scandal among its artistic colony.
Level B2MysteryThe Plunderers: A NovelOn Christmas Eve, a mysterious man places a cryptic ad seeking men with St.
Level B2MysteryThe Plot That Failed; or, When Men ConspireIn a world of deception and broken promises, a wealthy banker confronts the woman he loves, only to uncover a dangerous conspiracy involving a mysterious detective named Nicholas C…
Level B2MysteryThe Place of Dragons: A MysteryAn enigmatic old man and his aloof nephew settle in the seaside town of Cromer, drawing curious eyes with their strange habits and hidden past.
Level B2MysteryThe Pit Town Coronet: A Family Mystery, Volume 1 (of 3)In a tranquil Essex estate, Georgina Warrender faces the weighty decision of an unexpected marriage proposal, while family secrets and societal expectations swirl around her.
Level B2MysteryThe Photographer's Evidence; Or, Clever but CrookedA desperate man from the remote province of Wenonah seeks the brilliant detective Nick Carter to solve a harrowing case of kidnapping, robbery, and blackmail involving the governor…
Level B2MysteryThe Phantom YachtTwo inseparable friends face heartbreak when one must leave their sleepy town, leaving behind memories and mysteries in a grand old house.
Level B2MysteryThe Phantom TreasureA mysterious package arrives for Janet, bearing a strange name and cryptic initials, sparking curiosity and secrets tied to her unknown heritage.
Level B2MysteryThe Phantom Town MysteryFour young adventurers explore a mysterious desert valley where a half-buried skeleton and a hidden cliff dwelling hint at secrets tied to a reclusive miner known as "Lucky Loon.
Level B2MysteryThe Phantom Death, etc.A solitary passenger boards the sturdy barque Lord of the Isles bound for Bristol, setting sail from Rio de Janeiro in 1840 when ocean travel was a slow, perilous adventure.
Level B2MysteryThe Peacock of JewelsIn fog-shrouded London, journalist Dick Latimer returns to his cluttered lodgings, hinting at a thrilling adventure lurking beneath the city's ordinary facade.
Level B2MysteryThe Oxbow WizardIn the remote Oxbow countryside, young Dan Evans discovers a mysterious green-covered book left behind by a stranger, unlocking stories and secrets that ignite his imagination and…
Level B2MysteryThe Owl TaxiOn a damp December night, Gregory Parr lingers in New York’s shadowy streets, drawn to a waterfront bar where a peculiar taxi driver with a sharp, apelike face offers unexpected co…
Level B2MysteryThe Outdoor Girls of Deepdale; Or, camping and tramping for fun and healthFour adventurous girls form a Camping and Tramping Club, eager to escape monotony and embrace the thrills of outdoor life.
Level B2MysteryThe Outdoor Girls at Ocean View; Or, The Box That Was Found in the SandFour spirited girls on summer break discover a mysterious box buried in the sand near their coastal town, sparking a thrilling adventure filled with secrets, friendship, and unexpe…
Level B2MysteryThe Other ManIn fog-shrouded London, a streetwise boy delivers a secret message amid high society’s glitter, unveiling a tangled web of intrigue, diplomacy, and danger where appearances deceive…
Level B2MysteryThe North Shore MysteryA respected Sydney sportsman is found stabbed to death in a locked room, sparking rumors of crime or suicide in a quiet North Shore boarding house.
Level B2MysteryThe Nightriders' FeudA brilliant young engineer abandons city life to avenge his uncle’s murder by ruthless Nightriders in the wild Kentucky mountains, where he stakes his claim and faces fierce opposi…
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the SycamoreCurtis Keefe, a sharp yet courteous secretary, receives a mysterious letter simply instructing him to "Come," sparking a compelling intrigue tied to political ambitions and hidden…
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the Ravenspurs: A Romance and Detective Story of Thibet and EnglandA noble family trapped in their ancestral fortress faces a relentless and mysterious assassin who kills them one by one, despite ironclad defenses and unwavering vigilance.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the Hasty ArrowA chilling scene unfolds in a grand museum where a young woman lies dead, pierced by an arrow, and a mysterious witness remains silent, consumed by horror.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the Green RayAs war looms over England in 1914, four friends confront the harsh reality of duty and uncertainty, their annual river trip shadowed by the looming conflict.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the Fifteen SoundsA young boy joins his brilliant cousin’s scientific research lab, where modern pioneers battle diseases and environmental threats.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of the Deserted VillageAs the St.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of Monastery FarmA daring theft at the Bank of England leaves a million-pound package mysteriously vanished under tight security.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of MaryA young man’s shortcut along forbidden train tracks turns into a tense encounter when a frightened woman appears, seeking protection from an unknown danger in the city’s shadows.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of Lost River CanyonA young gentleman receives a mysterious telegram that will change his life forever, sending him westward to a desolate home.
Level B2MysteryThe Mystery of Cleverly: A Story for BoysWhen a group of boys barricade their schoolhouse for a frolic, young Herbert devises a clever plan to break the siege and protect their frail teacher.
Why it works
Why read classics to learn English
Graded by real CEFR level
Every book is labelled B1, B2 or C1 so you can pick something that stretches you without overwhelming you.
Tap any word to translate
Touch a word or phrase to see it in your language instantly — no dictionary, no leaving the page.
Audio narration & pronunciation
Listen to clear, natural narration and read along to train your ear as well as your eye.
Vocabulary from your own reading
Save the words you meet; they become flashcards built from the books you actually read.
Questions
Learning English by reading
Reading exposes you to real grammar, vocabulary and phrasing in context — far more memorably than word lists. With instant translation and audio on every page, you stay in the story instead of stalling on unknown words, which is what builds fluency.
Choose a book one notch above where you feel comfortable: B1 if you read everyday English, B2 if you can follow longer articles, C1 for literary prose. You can always tap words you don’t know — a little stretch is exactly how you level up.
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